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Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp190 - Duzzy ClaytonIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Duzzy Clayton, the host of “Anything Goes Podcast with Duzzy Clayton” from South Africa. Channa got connected with Duzzy during the pandemic and Duzzy has introduced multiple artists to Channa. Duzzy who has spent many years in radio is also the founder of Fanbase Music Magazine. He promotes bands and organizes shows in South Africa. He has also started a new venture called Fanbase Band Management where he manages and helps bands. Check out Anything Goes Podcast with Duzzy Clayton on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PI3dl5#chan...2022-07-1938 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp173 - Weil YlaganIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Weil Ylagan, vocalist of Pinoy metal band Killerweil. Channa met Weil during his band Demi’s Adults Only Radio interview which Channa was a guest host. Weil is also the bassist for alternative rock band Ken Liwanag and singed for hard rock band Demi currently on hiatus. Recently, he has launched his solo single which focuses more on the 80s new wave style.Check out Weil’s latest single “Kabaliwan” on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3o04SXBWatch out for the full episode soon on;W...2022-01-2231 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp141 - Kat GossIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to South African Musician Kat Goss. Channa discovered Kat via Facebook. Channa loved Kat’s amazingly dark but unique songs and art. Influenced by the stories of those she meets, a largely classical background, and the elements of the Earth, she strives for an existence made up of art. Through the difficulties of a global pandemic, a national lockdown and a hard knock on the entertainment industry she has spent the time available to her working on her career as a solo musician. As well as working on a so...2021-07-1141 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp137 - Robyn FergusonIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to South African musician Robyn Ferguson, who is coming back to Channa Channa Channa podcast for the second time. The last 24 months have been a rollercoaster ride for Robyn Ferguson, and despite personal-and-global challenges, the quality and quantity of extraordinary music she crafted and released has seen no abating! She is released her latest EP The Waking World (her 5th EP in 24 months) on July 2nd. Poised piano-driven ambient arrangements adeptly demonstrate a whole new dimension of her talent and creativity, proving she is as accomplished in front of...2021-06-2746 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp128 - Kenny HughesIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Kenny Hughes, the travelling blues musician from South Africa. Channa discovered Kenny through a friend. Channa loved Kenny’s music as it felt so true to the roots of blues. Kenny grew up in a musical home where music of Dire Straits, Eric Clapton, CCR was played a lot. He discovered blues later and considers Jimi Hendrix, Philip Sayce, Dan Patlansky and Albert Frost as his blues influences. Kenny gets his inspiration and passion for Blues from the open road and recently released his latest single '19:20'. He...2021-05-0931 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp125 - Remy ESPIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Remy Fan, the vocalist/songwriter of Singapore/Bangkok based thrash metal band ESP. Channa discovered Remy and ESP via Facebook. Channa is also a frequent viewer of 'In Conversation with ESP' which is an internet talk show hosted by Remy. Remy grew up in a typical Asian family in Singapore. When he was sixteen, he started playing guitar to impress girls but later on discovered Blues. In the 90s he discovered heavy music through bands like Nirvana, Green Day and Megadeth introduced him to the world of Thrash Metal an...2021-04-1858 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp123 - AshaIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Asha the award-winning soul singer from Singapore. Channa discovered Asha through Yay+ community. Channa loved Asha’s music and compared her to the likes of Crystal Waters. Asha who was dubbed ‘Singapore’s Queen of Soul’ has garnered rave reviews and accolades for her rousing performances and rich, powerhouse vocals. Her masterful delivery, coupled with an ability to hit impossible notes with fluid ease and dulcet tones, has charmed audiences throughout the nation and some of the world.Asha is also an official Yay+ artist bringing positivity to the wor...2021-04-1155 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp122 - Thieves Of LibertyIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to members of Thieves Of Liberty, Female-Fronted Rock Band from Sunderland, England. Channa is joined by Lidya Balaban (Vocals/Rhythm Guitar), Kieran Wilson (Lead Guitar/Vocals), Simeon Robson (Bass/Vocals) and Connor Henderson (Drums/Vocals). The band was introduced to Channa by a friend. Thieves Of Liberty specialize in a unique upbeat style. Their singalong vocal lines and catchy guitar hooks combine with a driving rhythm section to deliver an all-out entertaining sound, attracting high praise from publications such as Kerrang, Ghost Cult Magazine, Distorted Sound and many more.2021-04-0346 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp116 - Jean Alfonso-DecenaIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Osaka-bound, WellnessTech Entrepreneur and Head of AI Operations Jean Alfonso-Decena. Channa met Jean through Vegan and Yoga communities in the Philippines and has been friends for many years. Recently Channa reconnected with Jean through Minimal Living FB group which founded by Jean to promote minimalism. Jean created JaiMala - the first Philippine vegan and yoga apparel brand in Manila to spread message of compassion. She rebranded this into wellness shop The JaiMala Shop and founded In Silence, to educate and provide tools and resources for people to build a hol...2021-03-141h 03
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp114 - Teague Bass (Teague Talk Interview)In this episode, Channa Channa Channa is interviewed by Teague Bass of his ‘Teague Talk’ show on Yay+. Channa discovered Teague in 2017 and been friends for many years. Channa had Teague on this podcast on Episode #97. Teague and Channa talk about the childhood , different cultures in Asia and North America. They also talk about the music scene in Asia and how the pandemic affected them and lessons they learned from it. They also share a glimpse into the future of Live music. Original episode aired on Yay+ February 26th 2021 : https://fb.watch/4lMgWzxZpT/#channa3x...2021-03-0631 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp111 - SatanaelIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Satanael, Neofolk artist from Germany. Channa discovered Satanael via friend. Channa was very curious about Neo Folk genre. Satanael wrote his first songs in 2015, and 2017. He released a first split album at Zazen Sounds, the Label the infamous Acherontas Leader. At the same time he released “Night ov Nihilism“and “When Darkness Comes“, identical albums with one different song at each. Satanael’s thematical focus lays on darkness and satanism, whereas neofolk is very “light orientated“or sometimes referred as Darkfolk.Check out Satanael's latest album "A Path Thro...2021-02-2729 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp104 - Simon-SIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Simon-S, gospel rapper from Germany. Channa discovered Simon-S through David Luchow’s website. Simon has collaborated with David for many years. Although Simon’s songs are in German Channa still loved the vibe. Simon first exposed to rock music from his father. But that changed when he first listened to Skee-Lo’s “I Wish” which introduced him to Rap. He had inspiration to record his first rap song early on which turned him on to focus on gospel rap. Check out the video for Simon's single "Rocky" on YouTube: https...2021-02-1342 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp102 - Afiq NJ (Future of Live Music Interview)In this episode, Channa Channa Channa is been interviewed by his friend, concert buddy Afiq NJ from Singapore for his college project on “Future of Live Music”. Channa and Afiq are friends for several years and have attended many concerts together in Singapore and Manila. Afiq and Channa discuss how the pandemic affected their concert-going lifestyles and how they adopted the live streams as an alternative. They also discuss what can be improved or introduced to make live streaming to be more human engaging. They also touched on what the post-pandemic live music scene will look lik...2021-02-1018 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp101 - Signed Vinyl CollectionIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa shows off his signed vinyl collection. Channa has been collecting vinyl for many years now and started getting them signed during many concerts he attended. Channa keeps his signed vinyl on a separate shelf sorted and organized. He uses discogs.com to maintain his music collection. Check out Channa’s music collection on Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/user/channasilva2000/collection#channa3x #channa3xvlogs #signedvinylcollection Support the show2021-01-3131 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp96 - Franccesca De StructIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Franccesca De Struct, founder, vocalist of Fate DeStroyed from Los Angeles, California. Channa discovered Franccesca and Fate Destroyed via Facebook. Channa loved their music especially their cover of the traditional song “In the Pines”. Franccesca was born in Houston Texas and was around music whole life. Growing up she played in several garage bands. She was part of several bands and toured around states. She formed Fate DeStroyed in 2016.Franccesca is very confident, raw, powerful woman and her songs come out of her life experiences and what she ex...2021-01-1620 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp92 - Jamie Porter BandIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Jamie Porter from British rock band Jamie Porter Band. Channa discovered JPB through a friend's recommendation . Channa loved the songs of JPB which he listened via Spotify. Jamie grew up in a musical home and got interested in rock music when he was 10. His favorite artists were Status Quo, Gary Moore, AC/DC, Iron Maiden which he remembers listening using his Walkman. Jamie took influences from loads of artists for guitar playing and singing. He played in many bands and eventually settled for his own band Jamie Port...2020-12-271h 03
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp91 - Dom Mar KzIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Canadian singer, songwriter Dom Mar Kz. Channa discovered Dom through a friend. Channa immediately appreciated songs from Dom especially the latest single “Sacred Heart”. Dom first inspired by Elvis and watching The Beatles on Ed Sullivan show. He picked up a bass guitar when he was 13 years old and started getting serious about music. He formed a 3-piece band with his relatives named “Mar KZ”. They played on the Toronto club circuit and also supported international rock acts like Def Leppard, Bon Jovi and Scorpions. They recorded their album in...2020-12-2734 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp89 - Mina WalkureIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Mina Walkure, founder, frontwoman, songwriter of Spanish Traditional Heavy Metal band Kramp. Channa discovered Kramp via YouTube and immediately fell in love with their almost vintage music videos. Mina grew up on almost medieval remote village in Spain and got interested in music early on. Mina discovered metal via internet while sharing music when someone send her Iron Maiden song. With her brother Lap she started Kramp in 2010 and after many line ups, the band released their first EP "Wield Revenge" in 2016. After many lineup changes in betw...2020-12-201h 11
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp88 - Bom LuluIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Mikko Pakanen, founder, guitarist of Finnish rock band Bom Lulu. Channa discovered Bom Lulu through internet. Bom Lulu is an Oulu-based band founded in 2019 that epitomizes Finnish rock music while skillfully combining different genres of music. The band consists of three players: Jukka Ruottinen - vocals, Mikko Pakanen - guitar and Janne Riikola - drums & bass guitar.Their debut album, “Uuteen Satamaan” (To the New Port) features strong choruses, super-charged guitar riffs, and stylish drum work throughout the whole album. The songs are about the crossroads of life...2020-12-1233 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp86 - Muruga BookerIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to legendary American drummer, composer, inventor, artist, recording artist Muruga Booker. Channa discovered Muruga through Justin James Bridges. Muruga born as Steven Bookvich played at the first Woodstock festival in 1969. He is also a Yogi studied under Swami Satchidananda and an autonomous Orthodox priest. Muruga talks about his childhood, early Detroit music scene, playing at the first Woodstock, meeting Swami Satchidananda, Yoga, meditation, painting and Orthodox Christianity. He also talks about his many collaborations including the latest album with Justin James Bridges. #channa3x #channa3xvlogs #murugab...2020-11-211h 44
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp85 - Yuval RonIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Yuval Ron, guitarist, composer based in Berlin, Germany. Channa got connected with Yuval via internet. Channa immediately loved Yuval’s track “Somewhere in This Universe”. Yuval grew up in Israel and he got into music early on by listening to his dads record collection. At age 11 he got his first guitar and was obsessed with rock and metal and by the time he was 18 he was already in several bands and touring around Israel. His music can be described as “Cinematic Prog” which is a crossover of modern jazz-rock...2020-11-1658 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp84 - Andrew ObeyesekereIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Sri Lankan Guitarist Andrew Obeyesekere. Andrew is the former lead guitarist of Sri Lankan metal band Stigmata. Channa met Andrew in the early 2000s while watching Stigmata. Andrew was drawn to guitar early on and he learned to play his guitar through his uncle. Suresh and Tenny approached Andrew after they saw his performance during school and eventually formed the band Stigmata. Andrew recorded multiple albums with Stigmata including their debut legendary album ‘Hollow Dreams’. For nearly two decades Andrew performed with Stigmata in Sri Lanka and several ov...2020-11-151h 23
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp83 - RyderIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks James Ryder (Vocals & Guitar) Tim Freyr (Bass) Andrew Bloch (Guitar) members of NYC based hard rock band Ryder. Channa discovered Ryder through a friend. James Ryder formed in 2016 Ryder as a solo project but became a band. James knew other members through previous bands they played together. They described their sound as hard rock with influences from the acts like Thin Lizzy, Guns N Roses, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin. They released their first EP in 2017. They toured extensively around the US and also in Canada. Check out th...2020-11-1547 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp82 - Robyn FergusonIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to South African Guitarist, Vocalist, Composer Robyn Ferguson. Channa discovered Robyn through YouTube and immediately loved her music. Robyn who lives in Capetown, South Africa, got interested in guitar when she saw a street musician while taking a walk with her dad. She listened to all kinds of metal music growing up and pick up the guitar very early. Robyn is also the guitarist and vocalist for award-winning Metal band Adorned in Ash and toured with them over the African continent. Once she performed in front a 25000 plus cro...2020-11-151h 03
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp81 - Magnus RosénIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Magnus Rosén best known for being the bassist of the Swedish band HammerFall during the years 1997-2007. Channa has been a fan of Hammerfall from their album "Legacy of Kings". Channa got connected with Magnus through Chitral Somapala. Magnus started playing bass in his teen years. He travelled the world a lot in his early days. He moved to LA and played with many bands. in 1997 Magnus joined Swedish power metal band Hammerfall which he left after a decade in 2007. Rosén has recently become involved in form...2020-11-091h 14
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp80 - The InnocentsIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Andy Wardle (Vocals), Steven James Fowler (Guitar & Vocals), Lee Gibson (Drums & Vocals), Dave Tillyard (Bass Guitar) of British hard rock band The Innocents. Channa discovered them through a friend. Channa enjoyed their song ‘I Come Alive’. The Innocents hails from The Midlands, England, the UK which is famous for bands like Black Sabbath, Judas Priest. They are a bunch of friends who even played in bands together in their teen years. They describe their sound as a blend of rock and superbly crafted pop. They released their debut albu...2020-11-0852 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp79 - Andrew 'Shark' CarterIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to pro wrestler Andrew ‘Shark’ Carter from Perth, Australia. Channa met Andrew and his crew The Foundation joined PWR event in Manila in 2019. Andrew got interested in Wrestling when he saw The Rock on TV. Andrew gave up a lucrative soccer career for wrestling when he was just 16 years old. He started with amateur wrestling and won the state championship twice. In 2008 Andrew travelled to Calgary, Alberta Canada to join the wrestling school of WWE, ECW, WCW superstar Lance Storm. After completing his training he was active in the indepe...2020-11-0758 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp78 - NacarbideIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Hitomi (vocalist) and Hassy (bassist) of Japanese Heavy Metal band Nacarbide based in Bangkok, Thailand. Channa was introduced to Nacarbide by a friend and he immediately loved Nacarbide music. Nacarbide was formed in 2016 by Japanese residents based in Bangkok Thailand. Most of the music is composed by Masa, lyrics written by Hitomi and Hassy. They released their first album “Lots of Eyes” in 2017. Hitomi and Hassy talk about their childhood, their early influences, their life in Thailand, performing in metal festivals, stories behind their famous songs, their upcoming...2020-11-0733 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp77 - Justin James BridgesIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to American singer, songwriter & musician Justin James Bridges. Channa got connected with Justin through a mutual friend. Channa loves Justin’s music, especially the song “Shine On”. Justin born and grew up in Texas. He started playing the guitar by ear in his early 20s. Justin says he gets his songs and song ideas from his dreams. He recorded his first album with the band “Leprechaun Theory”. In early 2011 he recorded his first solo album “Hang on for the Ride”. Justin is a passionate activist of Cannabis Legalization, social justice an...2020-11-031h 08
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp76 - Vinod 'Mudiyanse' AttanayakeIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks Sri Lankan rapper Mudiyanse AKA Vinod Attanayake. Channa remembers watching Vinod’s famous 2004 performance of “Sihasuna Matha” back in the day. Vinod born in City of Kandy in Sri Lanka heard music very early on and was influenced by Michael Jackson. He was introduced to Hip Hop while in college. He was very active with Interact club where he saw a lot of new performers which inspired him to become a performer himself. He wanted to create hip hop/rap songs in Sinhalese with a meaningful message which he was able...2020-11-0352 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp75 - Loïc El HaddadIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Loïc El Haddad Founder, Songwriter, Guitarist of Lebanese Groove Metal band Phenomy. Channa discovered Phenomy via YouTube years ago. Channa recently got connected with Loïc via Facebook. Loïc growing up in Lebanon, got into metal when he first listened to “Seek and Destroy” from Metallica which was the theme song of WWF (then WWE) wrestler Sting. He got into playing the guitar very early and with his friend Rudy they started writing/playing songs. After playing in prior bands, they formed Phenomy in 2014. They have released...2020-11-031h 22
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp74 - Mark PyjamaIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talk to phenomenal guitarist, composer, producer Mark Pyjama of Pyjama Planet Studios from South Africa. Channa discovered Mark via a friend and immediately loved his music. Mark started playing the violin at 6 years old. Afterwards moved to saxophone, piano and guitar. Mark was part of Heavy Metal band “All Guns Full Ammo” based in Cape town till 2014. Mark got into producing over a decade ago and he created his own Fantasy world which became Pyjama Planet Studios. Mark lives on a farm away from the city life where he feels h...2020-11-0158 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp73 - Truth DecayedIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Ryno Theron(Guitar/Vocals), Warren Jones(Guitar) of South African Thrash Metal band Truth Decayed from Durban, South Africa. Channa discovered Truth Decayed via the Internet. Ryno and Warren grew up together and Ryno’s cousin introduced them to Metal. Influenced by band from the 80s and 90s they started playing the guitar. Warren played in the Durban Metal band "Mystical Element" and Ryno in numerous Durban Metal bands, most notably "Throne".With Johan Maree (bass) and Brandon Carey (drums), they formed Truth Decayed while in lockdown. Ry...2020-10-2631 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp72 - When Rivers MeetIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Aaron and Grace Bond of When Rivers Meet the Blues + Roots Rock duo from Britain. Channa discovered When Rivers Meet via Facebook and loved their music. Channa's favourite WRM song is “Tomorrow”. Grace and Aaron the British husband and wife duo first met each other at the local pub and the first thing they discussed was music. They toured around the country on a self-converted VW Van performing town to town. They released their first EP “Uprising” in 2019 follow up by the EP “Innocence of Youth” in 2020. Their recent single...2020-10-1829 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp71 - Boodee KeerthisenaIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to legendary Sri Lankan filmmaker Boodee Keerthisena. Channa was a big fan of Boodee’s film Mille Soya (Buongiorno Italia) and recently got connected with Boodee via Instagram after Boodee responded to one of the posts related to Channa’s interview with Derek Wikramanayake of Wildfire. Boodee was born in Mahawewa in North-Western part of Sri Lanka. His family owns the popular Buddhi Batiks and a movie hall which he remembers dearly. Early on he started in drawing comics, painting, fashion design and visual arts. He believes his imaginat...2020-10-181h 12
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp70 - ChinthyIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Sri Lankan R&B/Hip Hop Artist, Producer Chinthy. Chinthy is also from the same hometown as Channa and he met Chinthy for the first time in the early 2000s. Chinthy wanted to become a singer when he first heard Billy Jean of Michael Jackson. He started listening to Hip hop with NWA. Chinthy formed his crew I.R.C in Australia later on continued in Sri Lanka. Chinthy released his debut album titled 'Rising from the East' (Sokare), which became a hit in Sri Lanka and beca...2020-10-171h 09
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp69 - Mikael LohIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Mikael “Bloodcurse” Loh guitarist, vocalist of Singaporean Blackened Death Metal band Ilemauzar and guitarist of another Singaporean Black metal band Sprengkopf. Channa met Mikael in early 2019 when he watched Ilemauzar and Sprengkoph in Singapore. Mikael is also the Co-Founder of Vent Box Productions who is responsible for many metal gigs in South East Asia. Mikael was also behind Revision Live Entertainment which brought Behemoth to Singapore in 2013. Mikael talks about his childhood, early music, discovering Metal, Singapore metal scene back then and now, joining Ilemauzar, recording their debut a...2020-10-1751 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp68 - Silence of LoudIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to members of Sri Lankan Glam Metal band Silence of Loud. Channa discovered SOL via Facebook. Channa loved their latest single “Pain and Scream” which was in released in early 2020. SOL consist of Sachithra Jayawickrama (Guitar), Ashen Sandaru (Vocals), Kavin Harshana (Guitar), Sajith Sri (Bass) and Kaveesha Karunarathne (Drums) hailing from Kandy was formed in 2018. SOL talks about their childhood, influences, favourite music, how they met, forming SOL, their first gig, their first single, their latest single and their upcoming plans. They also talk about how they keep motivated...2020-10-1142 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp67 - Kiko MontecilloIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Kiko “Catman” Montecillo keyboardist, guitarist, bassist and current member of Pinoy rock band Mojofly. Channa met Kiko a few years ago and watch him perform many times. Kiko started playing the piano from a young age. Played in several school bands. Moved to LA in the early 90s and performed with many bands. This is where he started playing with Cat Mask which gave him the moniker “Catman”. Shortly after his return to the Philippines in 2011, he was invited to join the solo band of Lougee Basabas and which she...2020-10-1058 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp66 - Genetic FallacyIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Jeric Emmanuel, Lakshika Seneviratne, and Rasanjana Suchitra, members of Genetic Fallacy Heavy Metal band from Negombo. Channa discovered Genetic Fallacy via Facebook. Genetic Fallacy started with friends meeting at local metal gigs since 2016 and finally taking the steps to form the band in 2019. Influenced by bands like Lamb of God, Amon Amarth, Pantera they have created their own unique style incorporating Melodic and Groove Metal with Sri Lankan traditional Thovil music. Jeric, Lakshika and Rasanjana talk about how they met each other, forming the band, their influences, thei...2020-10-0953 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp65 - Ace of PentaclesIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to members of Ace of Pentacles, Sri Lankan All-female rock band. Channa discovered them via Facebook recently. Ace of Pentacles started as a duo with sisters Fiona Peiris and Iny Ramona Peiris, playing at famous pubs and clubs in Colombo. Inspired by the bands like Dream Theater, System of A Down they always wanted to create an all-female full band and they were searching for members. Recently stars have been aligned they found Hiruni Fernando (guitars) and Maria Soysa (Drums) and with Iny on bass and Fiona on Voca...2020-10-0533 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp64 - Santiago DoblesIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Santiago Dobles guitarist, songwriter, producer, a founding member of progressive metal band Aghora. Channa discovered Aghora via Facebook. Channa got connected with Santiago through mutual friend guitarist Jason Gobel. Santiago is the son of famous Venezuelan symphonic composer Gustav Dobles who encouraged and inspired Santiago to pursue music very early in life and played the guitar as a kid. He studied in Berklee College of Music. He formed Aghora in 1995 and recorded debut album in 1999. Santiago also collaborated with many artists and also contributed music for TV and Fil...2020-10-041h 01
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp63 - Linus KlausenitzerIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Linus Klausenitzer the bassist of Obsidious Alkaloid and formally Obscura. Channa has been a fan of Obscura and Linus for many years. Linus who raised in a musical background at home studied classical music and played piano and trumpet. He was introduced to metal while in school. He started performing internationally in bands like Fall of Serenity and Noneuclid. The album Metatheosis released by Noneuclid is considered a masterpiece. In 2011 Linus was invited to join Obscura and toured with the band in Europe, Asia and the Americas. Linus...2020-10-0345 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp62 - emikoIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to the award-winning singer, songwriter, producer emiko from LA California. Channa discovered emiko through a mutual friend and enjoyed her songs on Spotify. emiko who’s born to Japanese and Jewish parents introduced to music very early on and always been a performer her entire life. She has written over 3000 songs including #1 pop, R&B, Rock, Theater and Jpop. emiko talks about her childhood, her introduction to music, her parents, travelling to Japan every summer when she was young, moving to NYC as a teenager to pursue her dream...2020-10-031h 20
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp61 - Christo PeirisIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Christo Peiris the well-known Producer Mixer and Engineer and the main man of OutCross from Longbeach California. Christo hails from Negombo, Sri Lanka as well. Channa met Christo in the early 2000s in Negombo. Christo one of the pioneering producers of Sri Lankan worked with many artists in Sri Lanka. Christo was one of the early recording engineers of Sri Lankan Hip Hop. Christo moved to the states and started OutCross. Christo talks about his childhood, his dad’s influence, his home studio, artists he worked with and he r...2020-09-2630 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp60 - Spellbound CircleIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Michele, Aurelio, Ylenia of Spellbound Circle Instrumental Post-Prog-Rock band from Bergamo, Italy. Channa discovered Spellbound Circle on Instagram and been listening to their songs on Spotify. Spellbound Circle formed in 2014 describe their music as Post Rock with influences of Grunge and progressive and a splash of psychedelia. Michele, Aurelio and Ylenia, talk about their childhood, how they were introduced to music, meeting as a trio, recording their debut album, touring and performing. They are working on new material despite the pandemic and they are hopeful release new son...2020-09-2657 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp59 - Bradley SmithIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Bradley Smith frontman of Pop Punk band Cambridge from Sydney Australia. Channa met Bradley in 2017 when Cambridge played at Bazooka Rocks festival in Manila. Bradley talks about his childhood, discovering music, his influences, performing live for the first time, forming Heroes for Hire and then Cambridge, recording their first record, touring and their latest releases in 2020. Brad remembers performing in the Philippines for the first time, coming back to play Bazooka Rocks Festival in 2017 and he loves the responses from the Filipino fans. He wishes to come back...2020-09-2245 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp57 - Jason GobelIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Jason Gobel, legendary guitarist from Miami Florida. Channa discovered Jason a few years ago when a Tribute show was organized in Manila by local fans. Channa got connected with Jason on Facebook. Jason formally played guitar for Cynic's phenomenal album "Focus" . Jason also played with Monstrosity alongside George "Corpsegrinder" Fisher (Cannibal Corpse) and Jon Rubin (Malevolent Creation).Jason talk about growing up, started playing guitar, recording the Focus album with Cynic, touring with Cynic, retiring from Music, travelling the world, coming to the Philippines. Jason esp...2020-09-1438 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp55 - Sebastian 'Spyder' SilvaIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks guitarist Sebastian ‘Spyder’ Silva from Cobra Spell, Idle Hands and Silver Talon based in Portland, Oregon. Channa discovered Sebastian last year via the web. Sebastian born in Mexico moved to Portland with his family when he very young. His friend introduces him to rock bands like GNR. He bought his first guitar from his brother and started playing songs from GNR, Nirvana. He discovered bands like Bathory, Merciful Fate, King Diamond from a Skate video. Sebastian currently plays the guitar for Silver Talon, Idle Hands and Cobra Spell. Cobra Spell...2020-09-1435 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp56 - Jason 'Syn Meister' MecateIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Jordan ‘Syn Meister’ Mecate the guitarist of Pinoy Metal band paincscale. Channa met Jordan at Pulp Summer Slam 2012 and been friends ever since. Jordan influenced by music at home introduced to Metal by his brother. Shortly after he started playing guitar with his friends. He performed first time in 2006 while in school. Jordan was invited to join painscale in 2014 and in 2019 painscale performed in South Korea opening for Slapshock. Although they released their debut album in March 2020 due to Covid-19 they were not able to promote it. Jordan...2020-09-1448 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp54 - Derek WikramanayakeIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to legendary Sri Lankan guitarist Derek Wikramanayake of Wild Fire. Channa saw Wild Fire back in Sri Lanka many times. Derek grew up listening to the radio and started playing in his teens. His first performance was playing Bass for Hezonites for a wedding at the Town Hall, Kegalle. He travelled to Afghanistan, UK, Saudi Arabia, France, Switzerland lived and performed for many years. In 2000, Derek formed Wild Fire to play his favourite songs from Beatles, CCR. Wild Fire became one of the biggest club/bar bands in the cou...2020-09-121h 06
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp53 - Clarence ChongIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Clarence Chong, Founder, Songwriter, Vocalist of Assault, Melodic Death Metal band from Singapore. Channa heard about Assault via FB of their live show in Manila 2011. Channa met Clarence in 2019 in Singapore and became friends instantly. Clarence growing up in Singapore, remembers his mother playing a lot of Chinese music at home. Clarence discovered metal music first by listening to Linkin Park Meteora album and later moved to more extreme bands thanks to his teacher. In 2006 Assault was formed and in 2011 the first EP “The Exceptions of the Rebell...2020-09-0541 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp52 - Shobi PereraIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to legendary Sri Lankan bassist, producer Shobi Perera. Channa saw Shobi on local TV back in the day with Sohan & The Experiments. Shobi grew up in a musical family and picked up bass very early on. He played with many Sri Lankan Pop bands like Rebels, Sohan & The Experiments and briefly with The Gypsies. Over 25 years Shobi has also made a name as a Recording Engineer, Producer and worked with a lot of artists on their music and also produced music for International and local brands. Also instead of using conv...2020-08-3148 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp51 - Hercules GiotisIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Hercules Giotis Vocalist, Guitarist of Greek Metal band Warhammer. Channa discovered Warhammer via FB and got connected with Hercules several months ago. Hercules born and raised in Greece discovered metal through a family friend. Warhammer is the first band he formed in 2012. Warhammer influenced by Thrash and Death metal released 1 demo and 2 studio albums by 2017. Toured Serbia, Balkans, Europe and Latin America. Later on, they shifted towards the Black metal sound and they are now working on 3rd album. Hercules talks about his childhood, the Metal scene in Gree...2020-08-3032 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp50 - Gods of EdenIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Danni Perez, Ian Dixon, Sean Thomson of Gods of Eden from Sydney, Australia. Channa discovered Gods of Eden when they performed in Pulp Summer Slam 2017. Channa has been a fan of the band ever since. Started as a solo project of Danni Perez in 2010, Gods of Eden has become one of the biggest technical Progressive Metal bands with a solid lineup. They released their full-length album “From the End of Heaven” in 2014. Gods of Eden also supported bands such as Megadeth, Abbath, Dark Funeral, Dragon Force Grave and Lacuna Coil. 2020-08-2356 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp49 - SheharaIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Shehara Singer, Songwriter, Entrepreneur and Sri Lanka's first female Metal soloist. Channa discovered Shehara when he saw her latest video Love For Eternity on Facebook. She is also the Founder of Shehara - Sri Lankan Music the online store for Sri Lankan music.Shehara talks about childhood, influences, her first performance, stories behind her songs, recording and releasing her first album. Shehara also talks about starting Shehara online music store, Sri Lankan metal scene, balancing her music career with kids, family and relationships. Checkout Shehara’s latest album...2020-08-2239 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp48 - Chitral 'Chity' SomapalaIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Rock Legend Chitral ‘Chity’ Somapala. Channa discovered Chity way back in the 1990s when Chity used to play with local Sri Lankan band Friends and was frequently appeared on the Sri Lankan TV. Chity who is born to renowned musician parents P.L.A. and Chitra Somapala in Sri Lanka, grew up experiencing how music is made first hand. In 1998 he produced the song “Nadee Ganga Tharanaye” for a commercial for local beer. This is probably the first Rock song with Sinhala lyrics in Sri Lanka. Chity moved to Europ...2020-08-161h 19
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp47 - Steve FrancisIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa Channa talks to Steve Francis, Founder, Drummer of Black/Thrash Metal band Bulletbelt from New Zealand. Channa discovered Bulletbelt on a Split Record they did with Bastardizer. Steve Francis, growing up in New Zealand always been a Metalhead. He started his first band Karnage with Sam Totman (who went to form Dragonforce) in 1991 and also was part of band Demonic for several years. In 2009 Steve started Bulletbelt. In 2016 Bulletbelt song "Deathgasm & Black Banshee” was featured on the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack of Heavy Metal Splatter Horror Film Deathgasm. Steve...2020-08-0943 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp46 - BetyljoosIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Betyljoos, Alternative Rock act from NYC. Betyljoos is a solo project of musician and vocalist Linda Dolan. Channa discovered Betyljoos via Facebook and Spotify. Channa loved the song “Wishing Well” released in 2019. Linda has been a performer all her life and she started performing when she was 2 years old. She started her band when she was in her teens. After playing many bands she decided to go solo and she started Betyljoos. In 2017 she released her debut album Dredging the Hudson. She is currently working on her second album. Linda t...2020-08-0849 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp45 - Brandon JohnIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Brandon John Founder, Vocalist, Guitarist of Singaporean Speed/Thrash Metal band Dezaster. Channa saw Dezaster live multiple times in Singapore in 2019 and met Brandon during these shows. Channa invited Dezaster to come to Manila and produced the show under Metal Royalties Philippines. Brandon talks about his childhood, musical influences, meeting Raimy, forming Dezaster, releasing their albums, Singaporean metal scene. Brandon also remembers getting invited to play in Manila, arriving in Manila and having a great time. Listen and follow Dezaster on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/42YVgmL...2020-08-021h 18
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp44 - Marco PirasIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Marco Piras, Vocalist, Bassist, Guitarist from Italy. Marco is the frontman of Porn-Grind band Funeral Rape and Gore Metal band Deathtopia. Channa met Marco in Manila when Deathtopia played in 2017. They’ve been friends ever since. Marco talks about growing up in Italy, early days of Metal, joining bands Brutal Murder, Bowel Stew, Joining Funeral Rape. Marco also talks about how he was introduced to Mune of Deathtopia and how toured Europe, Asia with Deathtopia, performing at Obscene Extreme and other major festivals. Marco is currently working on the n...2020-08-0131 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp43 - Anil BalasuriyaIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Anil Balasuriya Vocalist, Songwriter, Producer, Director, Radio Personality from Colombo Sri Lanka. Channa used to listen to TNL Radio where Anil was the Programs Manager and hosted two hottest shows “Spinning Unrest” and “SL Hot Ten”. Channa is also an earlier fan of Anil’s band Independent Square. Anil talks about discovering rock music, forming band Wreck, been part of Colombo Tribe Project, eventually creating successful rock band Independent Square. Anil also talks about how he got into Radio and what the responsibility Radio has towards the local artists. Anil...2020-07-261h 57
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp42 - Nathan AzarconIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Nathan Azarcon, Bassist, Vocalist of Rivermaya. Channa met Nathan in 2017 at Fête de la Musique festival. They have been friends ever since via Facebook. Nathan is a founding member of Legendary Pinoy Rock band Rivermaya and the current bassist/co-vocalist. He was also a member of Filipino Rock bands Pinikpikan, Kapatid and a founding member of Bamboo and Hijo. Nathan talks about early influences, how he pickup up playing bass, forming Rivermaya, Kapatid, Bamboo, recording their first single, touring and performing. Nathan also talks about mountain biking...2020-07-2559 min
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp41 - Yazmin YousufIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Yazmin Yousuf Music Journalist from Sri Lanka. Channa met Yazmin in Sri Lanka when he attended Colombo land album launch in 2016. They have been friends ever since. Yazmin is the Host and Producer of YES FM Sri Lanka's Homegrown Top 15 which promotes original Sri Lankan music. Music Journalist like no other is also the Co-Founder of Decibel.lk which promotes the Sri Lankan Music Scene.Yazmin talks about her childhood in Dubai, coming back to Sri Lanka, how she got into radio, her memorable interviews, forming Decibel.lk...2020-07-191h 21
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp40 - Brandon KhooIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Brandon Khoo, Founder of Progressive Metal band COEN. Channa met Brandon in 2019 when he toured the Philippines with RockWeller. They have been friends ever since. Brandon is also a versatile session drummer with more than 15 years of experience playing globally on stage, touring and recording for various bands/solo artists/projects/musicians. He has performed for/worked with Grammy-award winning guitarist Kiko Loureiro (Megadeth), Grammy-nominated keyboardist Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater), and opened up for multiple Platinum recording band The Script, Golden Melody Awards winning singer Emil Chau, Golden Horse Awa...2020-07-192h 25
Channa Channa Channa PodcastEp39 - Sonia AnubisIn this episode, Channa Channa Channa talks to Sonia Anubis the guitarist of Crypta and Cobra Spell from The Netherlands. Sonia is also the ex-guitarist of Burning Witches. Channa discovered Sonia a few years ago via Burning Witches and been a fan ever since. Sonia born in The Netherlands started playing Bass when she was just 14 years. She is a big fan of Kiss which inspired her to pursue music. After listening to Rust in Peace by Megadeth Sonia decided to start playing the Guitar. Sonia played for many bands as a bassist and joined Burning Witches in 201...2020-07-1243 min